Hello Cancer Friends
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsMy name is Cathy Hannes and I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2019. I've been so lucky to have an amazing support network of family and friends. I think anyone touched by cancer should have this opportunity. Not just those of us currently fighting but those that have fought! People that are caregivers to a family member or friend. Everyone! This podcast is for all of us to laugh, cry, share and thrive! Share your story if you like. Just listen if you like. I may read your story on the podcast or perhaps you would like to tell it yourself by a zoom chat with me. You are not alone! I'll share my story too. It's a doozy filled with fears, tears, love, laughter, hope and quite honestly, real life miracles. Cancer is an evil beast but it has also changed my life for the better. It sounds crazy but it is true. So grab some lemonade and let's talk about how we can try to feel our best while possibly feeling our worst. Share your story at www.hellocancerfriends.com
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#85 Mary
April 19, 2024 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBMeet Mary! Having cancer is scary. Having a rare cancer adds other challenges when there is a lack of information. Mary explains how she has learned to navigate her situation as well as how she's met some great professionals to help her through! Thank you so much for sharing your story, Mary!
#84 Jennifer
April 05, 2024 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBMeet Jennifer! She has gone through so much, yet has taken the time to join us today to share her amazing story. There is so much to learn while living this experience. Jennifer has taken good notes and is sharing so many helpful lessons. Hello Cancer Friends is so lucky to know you! Thank you!
#83 Hello Cancer Friends Is Back! Again!
April 03, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes - 9.93 MBHi Friends! Quick update on my surgery adventure and Happy 3rd Year Anniversary to Hello Cancer Friends! I could not do this without my friends. XOXO!
#82 Tommy
February 02, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBAcinar Cell Carcinoma twinsie, Tommy, shares his story. You'll laugh, you'll cry. All the feels in this one! Thank you Tommy! You are the best!
#81 Ann
January 19, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB2024 is starting out strong with a wonderful visit from my new friend Ann! Her story will captivate you. She's been through a lot and still keeps going with faith in her heart and a smile on her face. Thank you Ann, you are amazing.
#80 2024!
December 29, 2023 20:00 - 8 minutes - 6.03 MBResolutions, no. Thankful, yes. Happy New Year!
#79 Tis the Season!
December 15, 2023 21:00 - 10 minutes - 7.47 MBLeave your stress behind! Top 10 stress reducers for the holiday season on this episode of HELLO CANCER FRIENDS!
#78 Gracie
December 01, 2023 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBEvery so often I remember the silver linings of having cancer. This would be one of those moments. Meet Gracie. She's not afraid to share her story and she's spreading awareness far and wide about young patients needing to advocate for themselves. There is so much more to Gracie including raw and real poetry. Experience the emotions and for some, validity of her words, in her poem, "Waiting Rooms". You are amazing Gracie! Thank you for sharing your story.
#77 Thanks, No Thanks
November 10, 2023 06:00 - 12 minutes - 8.44 MBFor this special Thanksgiving episode, I'll be serving up another word salad about my own personal story and how sometimes, I am not thankful. I'm going to say it out loud as I continue to keep it real here on Hello Cancer Friends! Thanks for listening!
#76 SMILE!
October 27, 2023 05:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBHello Cancer Friends is BACK and we are so excited to bring to you Dr. Jessica Pharar, as she shares her heartwarming story. Cancer is cruel and can break your heart. Sometimes it also helps to turn the most difficult situation into one that can help others. Carrying on the tradition of giving and generosity of her Dad, Jessica shares her drive to provide services and compassion to those that need it so much. Yes, there is sadness, yes there are also smiles. Enjoy!
#75 Rachel
May 19, 2023 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBMeet Rachel! She's brave and she's sharing her story to help others. Cancer does not discriminate when it comes to age and Rachel has learned this first hand after her diagnosis at just 30 years old. Add in the topic of how genetics came into play, this episode is one to not just listen to, but share with the young people in your life. I'm so proud to have Rachel on this episode to sound the alarm!
#74 Sh*t Storm
May 05, 2023 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBEven some beautiful days can become a shit storm before you know what happened! Trigger Warning: This episode is about my trigger experience this week. Survivorship isn't all rainbows and unicorns but with self awareness and knowing what your mind and body need, you can turn it around.
#73 Lindsay
April 21, 2023 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBMeet Lindsay! Friends, Lindsay is the real deal. She's turning lemons into lemonade on a daily basis. You probably have already seen her on social media. Yes, it's Lindsay from Cray Gardens! From her hilarious and also sincere tik tok videos, to her own line of naughty word bracelets on Etsy, Lindsay has helped so many! Myself included! I really enjoyed every moment of this conversation. You will too! Thank you Lindsay! Go to hellocancerfriends.com for easy links to find her products and vi...
#72 Tara
April 07, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBMeet my new friend, Tara! She caught the attention of my eyes and ears as I scrolled tik tok and I'm so happy that she agreed to share her story. Not all cancer stories are the same and Tara's is no exception. She has gone from a serious cancer situation to a recent report of NED (no evidence of disease). I've learned so much from Tara and I know you will too! Did I mention she has written a book? It's called Grace, Grit & Gratitude: A Cancer Thriver's Journey from Hospice to Full Recovery w...
#71 Cancer Story Haiku
March 24, 2023 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.98 MBSharing has been a helpful outlet for me to release feelings and pressures of going through a cancer experience. Today I'll be telling my story in fewer words in the format of haiku. It's fun and traumatic all at the same time! LOL!
#70 Keep the Faith
March 10, 2023 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBKeep the Faith! Early on in my diagnosis I knew I was in trouble. Facing one of the deadliest cancers, it's a challenge to be hopeful but I am proof that all hope is never lost. On this episode, I'll give a sneak peak into my book "Keep the Faith".
#69 Words of Wisdom
February 24, 2023 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBI have a great friend. His name is Mark and he's been on this very podcast a few times! Mark is so very kind and thoughtful. Today, I will be sharing his words of wisdom. I'm so proud and lucky to have met Mark through a social media support group. His insight is beyond helpful and I couldn't wait to share it with all of you. Thank you so very much Mark!
#68 Positive
February 10, 2023 06:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBIn the cancer world, positive can be a negative. Not today! In this episode, I'll be talking about positive chatter and how to let it take over the sometimes negative thoughts and fears one may go through when facing hard times.
#67 It's me, HI!
January 27, 2023 06:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBOn this episode, my guest may sound familiar if you've listed to this podcast before! I have no other words to describe this one. LOL!!!
#66 Penguins
January 13, 2023 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBHappy New Year! This episode features yours truly with another top 10 list to get you going for the new year!
#65 Shane
December 30, 2022 06:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBOn this episode, Shane joins me to share his incredible story of strength and hope. His story inspires and offers so much hope to anyone facing a huge mountain to climb. Shane and his wife Robin are not stopping. They keep walking those country roads!
#64 The Wonders of Carrie, part deux!
December 16, 2022 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBHello Cancer Friends is so happy to welcome back Carrie! She is a cancer survivor, against all odds. Not everyone can come through an experience like this with such positivity and hope but Carrie has! If you are looking to be lifted up, this is the episode to listen to over and over again. Thank you Carrie!
#63 JAIMIE
December 02, 2022 06:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBMeet my new friend Jaimie! Jaimie is a hard working Mom and Author of the book Queens to Queens (on Amazon). Friends like Jaimie make the cancer experience a little softer, a lot more comfortable and way more tolerable. It's so nice to have a friend to relate to! Thank you so much Jaimie. YOU. ARE. AMAZING.
#62 KEEP GOING
November 18, 2022 06:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBHello Cancer Friends is back from a break. It's been challenging at times, but one thing I've figured out is that I need to just KEEP GOING!
Catch Up
July 12, 2022 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.45 MBIt's the middle of summer. I've been on a break from the Hello Cancer Friends podcast to spend time with my family. My urge to catch up and say hello has been so strong so here I am! Unexpected processing has taken place as well. Now what? Can I put cancer behind me and feel like my old self again?
#61 Catch Up
July 12, 2022 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.45 MBIt's the middle of summer. I've been on a break from the Hello Cancer Friends podcast to spend time with my family. My urge to catch up and say hello has been so strong so here I am! Unexpected processing has taken place as well. Now what? Can I put cancer behind me and feel like my old self again?
#60 Welcome to the Jungle
May 31, 2022 16:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBYou or someone you know has just been diagnosed with cancer. Welcome to the Jungle. It's pretty scary. The time of the unknown. The time of waiting for a plan. It's hard but I have a few ideas to help you through.
#59 GHOSTED
May 24, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBLosing the comfort of a close friend after diagnosis was not on my cancer bingo card but here I am. This is my story of being ghosted and how I try to cope. It's raw, it's real and it sucks. F Cancer!
#58 Check Your Poo
May 17, 2022 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBI've been very blessed to be supported by so many wonderful people. Family, friends and people I don't even know! The cancer community on social media is strong. So many people and so many stories. Dame Deborah James has captured my heart and my respect. She's from London, England and goes by the "Bowelbabe". She has a very long list of accomplishments both personally and professionally. She has been an inspiration to so many, bringing awareness and raising millions to fight cancer, all the ...
#57 Learning to Live Again
May 10, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBIn a strange turn of events, I'm surviving stage 3 pancreatic cancer! Ever so cautiously I'm exploring how to live again. I've never had this type of an experience on my bingo card of life. How to imagine not dying. Learning to live. Again!
#56 Fight
May 03, 2022 00:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBSometimes it's not just the disease you need to fight. Sometimes it's the ups and downs of life with cancer. It's doom and gloom against hope and joy in the ring. It's hard work but taking a few swings at doom and gloom feels damn good. Enjoy the ringing of the bell, raise your glove high and live to fight another round!
#55 Shirley
April 12, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.44 MBMy beautiful friend Shirley sent me her story. I'm proud to present it to you on her behalf. If you are not touched by her story, please check yourself for a pulse. Her bravery and honesty makes my heart swell. Thank you dearest Shirley!
#54 Memories
April 05, 2022 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.56 MBI recently took a break from the same old cancer chatter inside my head. To my surprise, a small thing turned into a trigger for a wave of memories of the life I've lived. It hasn't all been roses but when I focused on the things that made me happy over the span of my life, it left me feeling content and happy. Maybe it could work for you too!
#53 F CANCER
March 29, 2022 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.49 MBNo rainbows and kittens this week. I've decided I need to let it out more often. There is no rule that says you must be polite and positive all the time, especially when you are sick and tired of cancer! It's time to say what we are all thinking! Fuck Cancer!
#52 Spring Break
March 22, 2022 05:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBIt's SPRING! Take a break! Cancer doesn't always offer a rest so we need to take it upon ourselves to make sure we are getting the breaks we need. Don't wait, take your break!
#51 David
March 15, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBMeet David! Cancer is hard. But when it's over, it's over! David shares his experience with throat cancer. He didn't let cancer ruin his enjoyment of life! His story will inspire and also entertain! Thank you so much, David!
#50 Priscilla
March 08, 2022 06:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBEpisode 50 Baby!!! This very special episode features a very special guest that is near and dear to me. She's a tough as nails and sweet as a cupcake. She always looks at the bright side and offers a smile every single time I see her. She fights her own battle with MS but never complains. She knows the pain of cancer, but accepts the facts with grace. I love her dearly, meet my MOM!
#49 Mind Screw
March 01, 2022 06:00 - 12 minutes - 8.94 MBI was just living my life and minding my own business. The next thing you know I'm diagnosed with a life threatening cancer. I'm going to die. But am I? The tumor monster is alive!! Or is it? We don't know how to treat you. Let's try this!? You are doomed. It's a miracle! You live. You die. Cancer is a total mind screw!
#48 SURVIVAL
February 22, 2022 06:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBMeet Laurel-Rose. Fighting stage 4 cancer isn't easy. Fighting black bears seems impossible! Laurel-Rose shares her incredible story of strength and courage as she fights both. Her chilling account of the surprise visitor at her vacation home will leave you stunned. Her kind heart and motivation to fight and never give up will leave your heart full. Thank you Laurel-Rose. You are truly amazing!
#47 LOVE
February 15, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBI love to love. It's no secret. What do YOU love? Taking some time to focus on what you love can be super helpful if you are fighting through a time where it seems like there is nothing to love. There is always something to love. I promise!
#46 The Ball of Life
February 08, 2022 06:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBThe ball of LIFE! It's just one way to describe the ups and downs these days. Hitting the wall to touching the sky! Bouncing from one emotion to the next. Another word salad, brought to you by Cathy with cancer. Enjoy!
#45 Perspective
February 01, 2022 06:00 - 11 minutes - 7.91 MBHello Friends! Life is hard. Life with cancer is hard too. I felt myself falling into a funk, disrupting my quest for stress free living! Eeeek! One word from a friend helped me to put it all in PERSPECTIVE.
#44 The Show About Nothing
January 25, 2022 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBThis word salad episode is best served on the side of your favorite comfort meal! Settle in and enjoy!
#43 Flowers
January 18, 2022 18:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBI'm not crying, you're crying! My special guest brings me many happy tears. With the gentle sound of her singing voice, I am taken to a place where there is no cancer. All is right with the world, as it should be at the tender age of 7. Meet Willow. She's an amazing young lady and she's my daughter. I love you Willow!
#42 The Bright Side
January 11, 2022 06:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBSometimes life doesn't give you all that you had hoped for. Sometimes it isn't even close! For those times, try to look at the bright side. In this episode, I will attempt to entertain and inspire you with my list of ways to cope and get through it all!
#41 Bev's Story
January 04, 2022 06:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBHello Friends! What is better than kicking cancer to the curb? Kicking it to the curb twice! Meet Bev. She's my very special guest today on Hello Cancer Friends. Bev is a cancer survivor and her story will inspire you. Thank you Bev! You are awesome!
#40 Happy New Year!
December 28, 2021 06:00 - 9 minutes - 6.36 MBIt's the final episode of 2021! I'll look back at the year and will be looking forward to a wonderful 2022 with all of you! Cheers and Happy New Year!
#39 HCF Holiday Special!
December 21, 2021 06:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBHello Friends! Let's have some fun! Tis the season! Let's make the best of it. Cheers!!
#38 Cold Days, Warm Thoughts
December 14, 2021 06:00 - 47 minutes - 33 MBAs the days get longer and the cold settles in, there can be nothing better than a warm conversation with a friend. Hello Cancer Friends welcomes back Mark, once again, for a wonderfully positive and uplifting discussion. Mark is a cancer survivor and a friend to many. His thoughtful words give hope and confidence without sugar coating his reality. This episode certainly offers all the feels. Thank you Mark!
#37 Hospice Nurse Julie
December 07, 2021 06:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBSome things are really difficult to talk about. Talking about death and dying while dealing with cancer is one of the hardest! It doesn't always have to be. What if you were able to listen to someone who has been there, time and time again? Someone who understands the process and is gentle with explaining facts and experiences. Meet Julie. Julie is a hospice nurse and has given her self to so many with her experience of death and dying through using her voice on social media. I'm so grateful...